Which Statement Best Describes the Current State of the Public

question 34

Multiple Choice

Which statement best describes the current state of the public relations industry?

• A) There are over 7,000 public relations firms in the United States alone.
• B) There are thousands of corporate, government, and nonprofit organizations that have their own PR departments.
• C) A good deal of the money and power in the PR field flows through a handful of major multinational holding companies that often own several PR agencies.
• D) Most independent public relations firms operate on a local or regional level.
• E) All of the options are correct.

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Definitions:

Patient

is an individual who receives medical care or treatment from a doctor or other health professional.

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Mutual Trust

The shared belief between two or more individuals or parties that each will act with honesty, integrity, and reliability.

Teamwork

Working with others in the best interest of completing the job.